10-Week Intensive Research Experience
Summit Research Foundations
- Tuition: $3,199
- Location: Remote
- Best Suited For: High School Students (Intro to Research)
- Duration: 10 Weeks (8 Weeks Research Mentoring + 2 Weeks Faculty Writing & Editing)
Overview:
Summit Research Foundations provides students with their first structured research experience—ideal for those preparing for AP Research, IB Extended Essay, or advanced coursework. This program focuses on building research fundamentals without the pressure of publication. Students learn how academic research works from start to finish: forming research questions, reviewing scholarly literature, building arguments, and developing strong academic writing skills through a guided project.
By the end of the program, students complete a polished research paper (AP-level to early college-level) with professional feedback and academic skill-building that sets the foundation for future publication-track research.
Program Breakdown:
- 8 Weeks of Research Mentoring
• Learn how to develop research questions and refine topics
• Conduct literature review with guidance
• Build analytical arguments and structure your research paper
• Receive weekly mentor meetings and ongoing support
- 2 Weeks of Faculty Writing & Editing
• Strengthen writing clarity, flow, and academic tone
• Format citations and structure using research standards
• Work toward a polished final research paper
• Learn how to develop research questions and refine topics
• Conduct literature review with guidance
• Build analytical arguments and structure your research paper
• Receive weekly mentor meetings and ongoing support
• Strengthen writing clarity, flow, and academic tone
• Format citations and structure using research standards
• Work toward a polished final research paper
Curriculum Highlights:
- Guided topic development and academic question formation
- Critical reading + literature review training
- Research methods and analytical writing fundamentals
- One-on-one mentor support with structured accountability
- Instruction in APA/MLA citation, sourcing, and academic integrity
- Early-college level writing practice with revision support
Program Benefits:
- Strong foundation for AP Research or IB Extended Essay
- Completion of an 8–10 page academic research paper
- Ideal stepping stone toward publication-track programs
- Certificate of Completion
- Optional mentor recommendation letter
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What Our Students Say
Summit professors go above and beyond to create a dynamic learning environment. They challenge students to think critically and foster a genuine love for knowledge. One aspect that sets Summit apart is its commitment to experiential learning. Through my research project, I gained practical insights that complemented my theoretical knowledge. These hands-on experiences not only enhanced my resume but also provided me with a deeper understanding of my chosen field. The mentorship I received every week has been invaluable, shaping my academic pursuits and inspiring me to push the boundaries of my intellectual curiosity. Summit deserves recognition for its dedication and expertise.
My experience at Summit was transformative. Working one-on-one with my mentor not only deepened my understanding of molecular biology but also gave me the confidence to publish my first research paper. Presenting at the Summit Symposium was one of the proudest moments of my academic journey.
Summit Research paired me up with the perfect mentor for my research interests, which included a combination of economics and statistics. With the support of my mentor, I was able to conduct a research project of my choice, learn how to write an academic research abstract, and present my work at an international conference. This experience was academically enriching and a great addition to my resume. Now as a student at Wharton, I plan to continue using my learned research skills to conduct further research on labor markets and economics.
At Summit Institute, I worked closely with a professor of linguistics to analyze conceptual metaphors in the lyrics of popular songs. This was an amazing opportunity to develop my critical thinking, analytical, and academic writing skills, all while focusing on a particular and very specific area of interest. My mentor was incredibly enthusiastic about the subject matter and encouraged me to continue this research at the University level. As a first-year student at Cornell University, I am prepared to conduct meaningful research in the social sciences and I am excited to apply these new skills.
At Summit, I was able to research metabolomics and exposomics, two emerging fields in bioinformatics that aim to identify products of both secondary and primary metabolism that are linked to disease. My mentor provided amazing guidance and support, teaching me various research techniques, helping me to improve my analytical reading skills, as well as showing me the foundations of academic writing. Looking back on this experience, I believe that it will definitely help me in my college classes as well as prepare me for a career in bioinformatics.
My project with Summit allowed me the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in statistics. My mentor was very knowledgeable about the subject and helped me to come up with a relevant research project. Together, we delved into various statistical methods, working to hone my analytical skills. The project not only broadened my understanding of statistics but also provided valuable insights into its practical applications. I am excited to conduct more research next year!
